Charles McMurphy
ActingCharles McMurphy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charles McMurphy reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charles McMurphy's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Charles McMurphy's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains You Can't Take It with You, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charles McMurphy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles McMurphy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charles McMurphy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Spaceship to the Unknown | Atom Furnace supervisor (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Experiment Perilous | Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Law of the Valley | Bartender (as Chas. McMurphy) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Christmas Holiday | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Lieutenant-Commander at Meeting (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Spoilers | Deputy | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Gun for Hire | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Today I Hang | Policeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dick Tracy vs. Crime Inc. | 2nd Yard Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Law of the Timber | Lumberjack (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Love Crazy | Private Investigator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Roar of the Press | First Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Phantom Submarine | 2nd Mate | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Junior G-Men | Police Officer Foley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | When the Daltons Rode | Deputy Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | We Who Are Young | Mover (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Little Chickadee | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet | Radio Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Shadow | Police Dispatcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mandrake the Magician | Construction Foreman | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Irishman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rose of Washington Square | Music Conductor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Exposed | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Mad Miss Manton | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Accusing Finger | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Flash Gordon | Atom Furnace Slavedriver | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Song of the Trail | Curtis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | I Conquer the Sea! | Zack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Atlantic Adventure | Plainclothesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Girl in Danger | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Whirlpool | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Parole Girl | Guard in Visiting Room (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mystery of the Wax Museum | Policeman in Prison (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | If I Had a Million | Mike - Bank Plainclothesman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Virtue | Ryan (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Scram! | Patrolman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Doctor X | Detective at Headquarters (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dragnet Patrol | Prohibition Inspector | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Blood and Thunder | Policeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Shooting Straight | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Hog Wild | Streetcar Conductor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Below Zero | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Benson Murder Case | Detective Burke (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Navy Blues | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Small Talk | Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Last Warning | Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Docks of New York | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Love My Dog | Dog catcher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Seeing the World | Ship's official | Average | Similar → |
Charles McMurphy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles McMurphy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles McMurphy is "You Can't Take It with You" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Charles McMurphy acted in?
Charles McMurphy has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles McMurphy?
Other notable films include "Scram!", "Action in the North Atlantic", and "Navy Blues".